📕ISC 2025 Programme and Agenda REVEALED. Save the date – 📅March 19-20, 2025

We’re excited to announce the first draft of the Programme and Agenda for ISC 2025, our flagship annual event that has grown into one of the premier networking and content platforms in the global sports industry. Since its inception in 2009, ISC has established itself as the meeting place for the Business of Sport, bringing together leaders, […]

Partnership With Aspire Zone Foundation And International Sports Convention

Mr. Abdulla Nasser Al-Naemi, Director General of Aspire Logistics, stated: “We at Aspire Zone Foundation are delighted with this cooperation and sponsorship, which represent a  significant opportunity for us to expand our work in educational and media fields, and to connect individuals and companies in the sports business sector. This partnership will enhance our capabilities […]

4 months to go until the International Sports Convention. 📆Save the date – March 19-20, 2025

We’re gearing up for ISC 2025, our annual flagship event that has become one of the largest networking and content forums in the global sports arena. ISC is the meeting place for the Business of Sport since 2009. What to Expect at ISC 2025 ISC stimulates meaningful conversations, showcases innovative content, and connects key personnel […]

ISC Delegate Pack

We are delighted to present the Delegate Pack for the International Sports Convention 2025, taking place on 19-20 March at the iconic Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. This event is the ultimate gathering for global sports industry leaders, offering unmatched networking opportunities and an engaging programme across key sectors; Brands and Sponsorship, OTT/Broadcast/Media, Tech/Digital/Fan Engagement, Events/Sport Tourism, […]

Lisa Nandy gets football

Mark Loosemore started by talking about the legislation currently moving through Parliament for the Independent Regulator for English Football. He queried the level of expertise amongst the politicians scrutinising the legislation, while expecting the legislation to pass “pretty smoothly”. Niall Couper said he had watched the three and half hours debate in the House of […]

Powered by fans

Simon Luff said that Ear to the Ground uses a network of 11,000 fans, collaborating with them to create content and experiences. They do this by getting feedback on experiences, working together on new projects, and testing concepts. “All the decisions we make are powered by fans,” he said. Luff said that Ear to the […]

Prioritise the fan experience

Holly Tyler explored the topic of how to achieve loyalty and increase fan engagement. “We need to be prioritising the fan experience,” she said. “And maybe loyalty features are not what drive the most loyalty.” “It is the quality of the fan experience that is going to bring the fans in and that is what […]

One club at a time

Mario Malavé kicked off the discussion by stating Mercury/13’s aim: “We are trying to build the leading multi-club ownership in women’s football. They are in the early stages of their plan. “One club at a time,” said Malavé. The first club is Como Women, acquired in March, one of two independent teams competing in Serie […]

Is it women’s football, or football played by women?

Lola Ogunbote outlined her unconventional route into football after a career in merchant banking. A chance meeting with former Arsenal and England footballer Rachel Yankey led to her quitting her job and embarking on a globe trotting career in football. Edward Gallagher’s career has also involved a lot of travel, and when Scottish women’s football […]

UEFA uses anti-doping intelligence in the battle against cheating.

Thomas Rossier started by outlining the scope of UEFA’s responsibilities with 55 national associations who are members. Rossier said that UEFA’s mission is “to protect, promote and develop football.” The World Anti-Doping Agency sets the rules and monitors compliance, but UEFA is responsible and liable for their anti-doping programme. In 2022, 33,601 samples were collected […]